Facts About Pearls

Many people would recognize mother of pearl when they see it, but how many of us actually know what this material is, where it comes from or how it is made? Or, more specifically, how many know the difference between mother of pearl and pearls?...

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Pearls are precious gems that come from the seas. They are the 'babies' of the almighty oysters, natural miracles created by Mother Nature herself. But, what exactly is an oyster? Moreover, how do oysters make...

Many say that because pearls are the only gemstones born from living creatures, they are eco-friendly gems - used in the creation of sustainable jewelry. Others have relevant arguments that say differently. We investigated to find out for sure....

When grading pearl value these days, consider multiple factors. Real pearls can cost anywhere from $300 to thousands of dollars, depending on these things. Pearl value is determined based on whether it’s a natural pearl...

Cultured pearl colors and shades can vary… from green, pink, blue and purple, to black, white, cream and peach. Some of these awesome gemstones even come with fabulous multi-color overtones. But, how do oysters create the gems in different colors?...